1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata Safari (135 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Galant | Safari |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
